Speech Language Pathologist - Rural Healthcare (Part Time)

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Education Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, from an accredited program

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload. 

• Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties  

• Demonstrate appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers)   

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes.  

• Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.  

• Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct  

• Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice  

• Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows  

• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care  

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• Provide patient care across multiple settings, which may include outpatient, inpatient, swing bed, and home health. 

• Deliver high quality care to a diverse patient population with varying needs and conditions. 

Schedule: Monday, Wednesday & Friday. One shift 8:45a - 5:15p, two shifts 8am - 4:30pm. Rare weekend on-call rotation (about 1x/year).

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current license or registration to practice Speech-Language Pathology in the state where services are provided

Organizational Highlights: 

• Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care 

• An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills* 

• Reimbursement for licensure expenses* 

• A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists* 

• Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship. 

• Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please refer to the U.S. Department of Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF 

*Must meet minimum FTE requirements 

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